The more I travel, the more I realize that hauling my huge suitcase (that contains half my wardrobe) around isn’t always necessarily the best way to go. I’ve also come to the conclusion that, packing the right things for the right occasion is extremely helpful when preparing for a trip.

​So which travel bag and when?

The weekender​This bag should be used for very short stays - think two to three day trips that don’t necessarily require multiple outfit changes.

The carry on​I know there are some folks that consider their carry on a weekender but I tend to disagree with this use. A carry on is required for a trip that will last longer than four days. If you are going to require head to toe outfit changes - you will definitely need more room; hence, a carry on.

Medium-size suitcaseThis is my go-to when traveling to trips that will probably last for about a week to a week and a half. I usually try to ask myself how many activities will be taking place during my trip, which usually informs the type of bag to bring with me. In this case I would add - work out clothes and shoes or even adventure related outfits ‘a-la’ zip lining or safari.

The large suitcase​I use this religiously when I fly to places where I know that I will definitely be purchasing souvenirs. Nothing is worse - and believe me I’ve been there - than forgoing on purchasing a rug or wall hanging because you have no room in your bag!

These are my bags - do you use the same logic when choosing which bag to use and when? Share with us in the comments below!